Silk Road Flashcard

Front

What innovation helped Europeans explore new maritime routes? Options: The astrolabe, The magnetic compass, The steam engine, The printing press

Back

The magnetic compass

Front

Which city did Alexander the Great capture to expand into Central Asia?

Back

Samarkand

Front

What was a significant outcome of the Silk Road's network?

Back

Exchange of goods and ideas

Front

Which empire's expansion led to the establishment of new trade routes in the Middle East?

Back

Ottoman Empire

Front

What was a major commodity that led to a ban in Rome due to its high demand?

Back

Silk

Front

What was the original purpose of the Great Wall of China?

Back

To protect against nomadic raiders

Front

During which dynasty did the Great Wall reach its longest length?

Back

Han Dynasty

Front

What status was granted to the Great Wall by UNESCO in 1987?

Back

World Heritage Status

Front

Which two leaders managed to surmount the Great Wall during the 13th Century?

Back

Genghis Khan and Kublai Khan

Front

What caused the Great Wall to fall into disrepair over time?

Back

Lack of maintenance and plundering